Nepal travel guide
Himalayan travel hub
Nepal offers Himalayan peaks, ancient temples, wildlife reserves, trekking routes, and rich cultural heritage, attracting pilgrims, adventurers, nature lovers, and history enthusiasts from around the world.
Best time to visit Nepal
Oct–Nov and Mar–Apr are the best months: clear, mild days. Dec–Feb is dry but cold at night. Jun–Sep is monsoon, with heavy rain and landslides on highways.
| Month | Verdict | Temperature | Rain | Crowds | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | good | 3–19 °C | 15 mm | medium | Dry, sunny days but cold mornings and nights; dust and haze in the city |
| February | good | 5–22 °C | 25 mm | medium | Dry and clear; mornings still cold, warming up by month end |
| March | best | 9–26 °C | 40 mm | high | Warm, mostly dry days; spring showers start late in the month |
| April | best | 12–29 °C | 60 mm | high | Warm and mostly clear; showers become more frequent |
| May | good | 16–29 °C | 130 mm | medium | Hot and humid; pre-monsoon showers and thunderstorms build up |
| June | mixed | 19–30 °C | 240 mm | low | Monsoon arrives mid-month; humid, with rain on most days |
| July | avoid | 20–29 °C | 380 mm | low | Heavy monsoon rain almost daily; landslides can block highways |
| August | avoid | 20–29 °C | 340 mm | low | Heavy monsoon rain almost daily; landslides can block highways |
| September | mixed | 19–29 °C | 210 mm | medium | Rain easing but still frequent; Dashain holiday begins in some years |
| October | best | 14–27 °C | 45 mm | high | Clear, dry and mild; Dashain and Tihar festivals fill the city |
| November | best | 8–24 °C | 5 mm | high | Driest month; crisp, clear days and cool nights |
| December | good | 4–20 °C | 10 mm | medium | Dry and sunny by day, cold at night; fewer visitors than Nov |
How many days to spend in Nepal
Three days cover Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhu, Pashupatinath, Boudha and Patan; two more add Bhaktapur, Changu Narayan and Dakshinkali or a hill trip to Namobuddha.
How to reach Nepal
- By air: Kathmandu Tribhuvan (KTM) — 8 km by road. Nepal's main international airport, east of Thamel
Getting around
Thamel and the old centre can be walked, but Patan, Boudha and Bhaktapur are several km apart, so use taxis. Streets have few names; directions are given by landmarks.
Things to do in Nepal
- Pashupatinath Temple — Sacred Hindu temple (2.5 h · Free entry)
- Everest Base Camp Treks and Expeditions — Iconic trek destination
- Buddha Stupa — Famous Buddhist stupa (1.5 h · NPR 100)
- Swayambhu Mahachaitya — Monkey Temple (2 h · NPR 50)
- Changu Narayan Temple — Ancient temple complex (2 h · NPR 100)
- Gosainkunda — Sacred alpine lake (6 h · NPR 1,500)
- Kathmandu Durbar Square — Historic royal square (2.5 h · NPR 500)
- Chandragiri Hills Ltd. — Cable car viewpoint (3 h · Paid entry)
- Bhaktapur Durbar Square — Medieval heritage square (2.5 h · NPR 500)
- Nagarkot — Sunrise mountain view
- Patan Darbar Square — Artistic heritage complex (2.5 h · NPR 500)
- Manakamana Temple — Hilltop pilgrimage temple (3 h · Paid entry)
- Kyanjin Gompa — Popular attraction (2 h · NPR 1,500)
- Langtang Valley Trek — Popular attraction (8 h · NPR 1,500)
- Garden of Dreams — Popular attraction (1.5 h · Paid entry)
- Entry point to Shivapuri National Park — Popular attraction (5 h · NPR 600)
- Dhulikhel — Popular attraction (3 h · Free entry)
- Bandipur — Heritage hill town
- Poon hill — Sunrise viewpoint (3 h · Paid entry)
- Kapan Monastery — Major attraction (2.5 h · Free entry)
- Namobuddha Monastery — Major attraction (2 h · Free entry)
- Panauti — Major attraction (3 h)
- Dakshinkali Temple — Major attraction (1.5 h · Paid entry)
- Pathivara Temple — Major attraction (2 h · Free entry)
- Gorkha Palace — Major attraction (2.5 h · Paid entry)
- Druk Amitabha Monastery — Major attraction (1.5 h · Free entry)
- Taudaha Lake — Major attraction (1.5 h)
- National Botanical Garden — Major attraction (2.5 h · Paid entry)
- Kirtipur — Major attraction (3 h · Free entry)
- Sauraha — Major attraction (6 h · NPR 1,000)
- Bis Hazari Lake — Major attraction (3 h)
- Panch Pokhari — Major attraction (8 h)
- Helambu — Major attraction (8 h)
- ama yangri — Major attraction (8 h)
- Rubi Valley — Major attraction (8 h · Paid entry)
- Daman View Tower — Major attraction (1.5 h)
- Sailung — Major attraction
Food to try in Nepal
- Momo — Steamed or fried dumplings with veg, chicken or buffalo filling; found everywhere
- Newa food — Traditional Newa cooking, found in local restaurants called bhatti and in cafes
- Sel roti — Sweet, ring-shaped Nepali rice bread, usually home-made
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Nepal?
Oct–Nov and Mar–Apr are the best months: clear, mild days. Dec–Feb is dry but cold at night. Jun–Sep is monsoon, with heavy rain and landslides on highways.
How many days are enough for Nepal?
3–5 days. Three days cover Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhu, Pashupatinath, Boudha and Patan; two more add Bhaktapur, Changu Narayan and Dakshinkali or a hill trip to Namobuddha.
How do I reach Nepal?
By air: Kathmandu Tribhuvan (KTM) — 8 km by road. Nepal's main international airport, east of Thamel.
What are the top things to do in Nepal?
Pashupatinath Temple, Everest Base Camp Treks and Expeditions, Buddha Stupa, Swayambhu Mahachaitya, Changu Narayan Temple, Gosainkunda.
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Guide checked on 2026-10-06.